Thomas Oliver- Thurlby Email & Phone Number

London, England, United Kingdom

In a dynamic start-up to scale-up environment, I served as a versatile Project Manager/Strategy Manager, driving cross-functional collaboration and delivering strategic projects to propel business growth. Leveraging my data analysis skills, I played a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and optimizing decision-making processes.🔹 Led and managed strategic projects across various business functions, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives… Show more In a dynamic start-up to scale-up environment, I served as a versatile Project Manager/Strategy Manager, driving cross-functional collaboration and delivering strategic projects to propel business growth. Leveraging my data analysis skills, I played a key role in shaping strategic initiatives and optimizing decision-making processes.🔹 Led and managed strategic projects across various business functions, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Notably took a major role in AnyVans successful EU Expansion, overseeing 5 different markets to achieve a 40% Year-over-Year growth and contribute £1 million in additional revenue. 🔹 Utilized advanced data analysis to interrogate complex data, providing detailed insights and analysis to inform strategic decision-making processes. This data-driven approach played a pivotal role in shaping and executing strategic objectives effectively.🔹 Collaborated closely with Department Heads to define and track department goals, while also monitoring project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure successful project delivery. Assisted in the development and implementation of comprehensive 12-month strategies to drive long-term growth and sustainability.🔹 Played a key role in the financial modelling of Any Vans' strategic initiatives, contributing to the preparation of the yearly budget. Leveraged financial insights to support decision-making and optimize resource allocation for maximum impact.🔹 Championed the development and implementation of an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, positioning AnyVan as a leader in sustainability. Acted as the company's Subject Matter Expert (SME) on ESG matters, presenting to the board and driving initiatives that led to AnyVan being recognized as one of the Top 50 Green UK Tech Companies. Show less

Hammersmith, England, United Kingdom

🔹 Supported the C-Suite in formulating actionable plans derived from strategic meetings, contributing valuable insights and strategic thinking to drive business objectives forward.🔹 As the project lead, orchestrated a GBS incentive with the South African Government, securing a substantial investment of £500,000 per annum into the business. This endeavour involved navigating strict regulations, providing extensive documentation and building strong relationships with the relevant… Show more 🔹 Supported the C-Suite in formulating actionable plans derived from strategic meetings, contributing valuable insights and strategic thinking to drive business objectives forward.🔹 As the project lead, orchestrated a GBS incentive with the South African Government, securing a substantial investment of £500,000 per annum into the business. This endeavour involved navigating strict regulations, providing extensive documentation and building strong relationships with the relevant stakeholders within AnyVan and The South African Government.🔹 Led the implementation of a cutting-edge HR System, streamlining company-wide processes and enhancing efficiency in talent management.🔹 Played a pivotal role in facilitating the documentation process for a significant investment deal between Any Vans and Vitruvian Partners, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and ensuring cross-functional cooperation.🔹 Managed an office relocation, overseeing contract negotiation, renovation, and logistics with a budget of £60,000. Successfully coordinated the transition, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations while optimizing workspace functionality. Show less

St. Albans, England, United Kingdom

🛍️Managed and maintained the companies presence on multiple e-commerce platforms, including Amazon, eBay, and On-Buy, ensuring seamless operations and maximizing sales opportunities. Implemented effective strategies to enhance product visibility, optimize listings, and drive conversion rates.🚀 Successfully launched a new product vertical, from market research to product implementation, leveraging insights to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences. Coordinated… Show more 🛍️Managed and maintained the companies presence on multiple e-commerce platforms, including Amazon, eBay, and On-Buy, ensuring seamless operations and maximizing sales opportunities. Implemented effective strategies to enhance product visibility, optimize listings, and drive conversion rates.🚀 Successfully launched a new product vertical, from market research to product implementation, leveraging insights to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences. Coordinated cross-functional efforts to ensure a smooth and successful launch, resulting in expanded product offerings and increased revenue streams.📊 Generated comprehensive Brand and Financial reports, providing insights into the company's performance and product-specific metrics. Utilized data analysis to track key performance indicators, identify growth opportunities, and inform strategic decision-making processes. These insights played a crucial role in influencing buying decisions and optimizing inventory management.💼 Collaborated with the Finance team in the reconciliation of invoices, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions. Assisted in streamlining processes and implementing best practices to improve efficiency and reduce errors. Show less

St Albans, United Kingdom

🔍 Conducted independent audits with a focus on policy compliance, adhering to strict timelines and standards to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Through thorough examination, I identified areas of non-compliance and provided actionable insights to stakeholders.📝 Prepared detailed and accurate audit reports, documenting findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. These reports served as valuable tools for retail management decision-making and corrective… Show more 🔍 Conducted independent audits with a focus on policy compliance, adhering to strict timelines and standards to ensure accuracy and reliability of findings. Through thorough examination, I identified areas of non-compliance and provided actionable insights to stakeholders.📝 Prepared detailed and accurate audit reports, documenting findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. These reports served as valuable tools for retail management decision-making and corrective action planning, facilitating continuous improvement in compliance practices.💬 Managed difficult conversations with recipients of compliance checks in a calm and confident manner, fostering constructive dialogue and resolution of issues. By effectively communicating audit findings and addressing concerns, I facilitated compliance awareness and accountability within the target organisations. Show less

Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

This role involves giving presentations to 7-14 children on science topics. I perform practical science demonstrations in an interesting and informative format. Furthermore I provide training and coaching to junior demonstrators.

Watford, United Kingdom

Worked in a variety of companies as an industrial operative. This included streamlining warehouse processes to increase efficiency. I as also responsible for transport and logging of valuable assets. I also had to comply with strict health and safety regulations and processes.